Dog shaped ceramic container

Dog shaped ceramic container

From the central coast of present-day Peru. It represents a dog breed called "viringo", which is the Peruvian Hairless Dog. In ancient American culture, it was valued for its unique appearance and characteristics, and was included in funeral ceremonies, as well as depicted on painted pottery. Nowadays, it has become an important symbol of Peruvian culture. It showcases the ancient Peruvian people's worship and artistic expression of animals, reflecting their profound understanding and respect for nature and animals. Be able to understand the lifestyle, religious beliefs, and artistic aesthetics of ancient Peruvian society. It is one of the important physical evidence for studying ancient Peruvian civilization.
Ancient American culture humanoid stirrup jar - Bonn Collection, America

Ancient American culture humanoid stirrup jar - Bonn Collection, America

It is a type of pottery in ancient American culture, characterized by a tank shaped like a human, usually with facial features or the entire body shape of a person. Design not only embodies the artistic creativity of ancient craftsmen, but also reflects the profound understanding of human nature, religious beliefs, and daily life in ancient society. They have significant value in archaeology as they provide us with a window to understand the lifestyle and cultural characteristics of ancient civilizations. It is a precious historical artifact in the Bonn Collection of the Americas.